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3.Snack Time

by | Dec 4, 2018

Today, the snacking category is huge, and the bar bite category continues to deliver a world of flavor-forward, fun choices. Candied bacon, meatballs, tots, veg-centric dishes like Crispy Squash Blossoms are all on the menu.

Nachos are an ideal platform for introducing new flavor systems. In Nashville, Tenn., they serve as a base for Party Fowl’s signature Hot Chicken, with a topping of white beans, cheese, avocado, jalapeños, green onion, lettuce, pico de gallo and sour cream.

10.Next-Gen Nachos

by | Jan 5, 2017

America’s favorite shareable is getting a serious makeover from chefs who are mindfully constructing layers of textures and flavors. Speaking to modern flavor trends, today’s nachos extend a restaurant brand’s playfulness and creativity while delivering big time on craveability.

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Recipe courtesy of Marshall Scarborough
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English Muffins

Love & Salt, Manhattan Beach, Calif.

Photo: Andrea Bricco

English muffins are the artisan darling of the bread world. Love & Salt’s housemade muffins come with a cube of rosemary-sea salt cultured butter.

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